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Some of the islands around Charleston are prehistoric, and fossils of marine animals and shark teeth are commonly found on their shores. Coastal Expeditions' guides have a good eye for

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Some of the islands around Charleston are prehistoric, and fossils of marine animals and shark teeth are commonly found on their shores. Coastal Expeditions’ guides have a good eye for spotting these oceanic gems and will teach you the skills you’ll need to find and identify these treasures on this kayak adventure.

Departing from Coastal Expeditions’ Shem Creek flagship store, your exploration of the estuary will begin in the historic shrimping waterway. As you paddle past shrimp boats, you’re likely to see several of the gregarious bottlenose dolphins that reside and play in these waters.

Once in the Charleston Harbor, surrounded by iconic views of the Ravenel Bridge, Fort Sumter, Patriots Point and the downtown skyline, you’ll exit your kayak to search a small island for different species of shark teeth, fish vertebrae, fossils and artifacts in the sand. Your guide will give you tips on how to “spot” shark teeth and identify the species of your treasures. Teeth from great white, bull, hammerhead, lemon, sharpnose, blacktip, mako, tiger, and prehistoric megalodon sharks are often found in the waters of Charleston. And interesting fossils of stingray “teeth,” prehistoric camel and horse teeth – and even fossilized giant sloth claws! – can also be found along the shore.

The Shark Tooth & Fossil Kayak Tour is perfect for a parent-child or family outing. If you’ve been looking for an outdoor activity to do with your kids, this is one that is sure to inspire.

$54 per member adult and $37 per member child. Reservations required. Book your spot.